Calories
309 kcal
15% of Daily kcal · energy-dense
Protein
12 g
23% RDI
Fat
30 g
4.6g sat fat
Carbs
5.3 g
2% RDI
Sugar
0 g
0% RDI
Fiber
2.6 g
9% RDI
Salt
1.5 g
29% RDI
Lardons
Lardon is thinly sliced, cured and usually smoked pork that appears across many cuisines as a breakfast staple, flavouring agent or salad/casserole garnish. It is prized for its smoky, salty flavour and crisp texture when fried. Nutritionally, Lardon is a concentrated source of animal protein and has a high-quality amino acid profile, but it is also relatively high in fat at 29.5g per 100g and typically contains added salt from the curing process. It provides useful amounts of vitamin B12 and selenium. Because it is a cured and smoked product, choose portions and cooking methods thoughtfully: leaner cuts or poultry-based alternatives keep the characteristic flavour while lowering saturated fat and sodium.
Lactose free · Gluten free · Processed · ~2.50€/100g
Kinome Health Grade
B
Healthy
-
Nutrition
Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Bacon.
Nutrition quality
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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science
B · 6.8 / 10
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Frequently asked
Q.01Are Lardons healthy?
Yes, Lardons are considered healthy with a Health Grade of B. They are high in protein with 11.7g per 100g.
Q.03What NOVA processing level are Lardons?
Lardons are NOVA 3 - Processed.
Q.05Are Lardons lactose free?
Yes, Lardons are lactose free.
Q.02What are the macros in Lardons?
100g of Lardons contain 309 kcal, 11.7g protein, 5.31g carbohydrates, 29.5g fat, and 2.6g fiber.
Q.04Are Lardons gluten free?
Yes, Lardons are gluten free.
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